Pin it
Turn ordinary canned tuna into an amazing meal with this fast and tasty Tuna Sushi Bowl. I stumbled on this idea during a hectic week, and now it's what I make when I want sushi flavors without the fuss or cost. I love how the crunchy fried rice pairs with smooth avocado and zesty tuna, making a bowl that feels both cozy and fancy.
Just yesterday, I made this for my teenager who normally won't touch tuna unless it's in fancy sushi. She took one bite and immediately asked if we can eat this every week!
Key Ingredients Breakdown
- Sushi rice: Forms that sticky foundation - don't swap out short-grain rice
- Canned tuna: Go for the good stuff, solid white gives the best results
- Bang bang sauce: This magic mix completely changes plain tuna
- Furikake: Sprinkle on this Japanese mix for real deal flavor
- Avocado: Pick one that's ripe but still slightly firm
- Spring onions: They add brightness and a nice snap
Simple Making Process
- Step 4:
- Build your masterpiece: Start with crispy rice on the bottom. Top with your spicy tuna mix evenly. Fan out your avocado pieces nicely. Sprinkle green onions all around. Top it off with plenty of furikake.
- Step 3:
- Mix up your spicy tuna: Get all water out of the tuna first. Break tuna into small bits. Add bang bang sauce bit by bit until covered right. Try it and add more seasoning if needed.
- Step 2:
- Get that rice crispy: Warm oil until it's shimmering but not smoking. Spread your rice out flat. Push down gently with a spatula. Wait for that nice sizzling sound. Look for golden edges before you flip it.
- Step 1:
- Get your rice just right: Wash rice until water's clear. Cook it properly. Add seasoning while it's hot so it soaks in better. Let it cool a bit before frying.
Pin it
Fantastic Flavor Harmony
Getting how all the parts work together is super important. The crunchy rice gives that nice texture, while spicy tuna adds protein and kick, and avocado brings that smoothness. Try to get a bit of everything in each bite.
Getting Heat Just Right
Here's what makes it perfect: Your rice should be warm but not super hot when you crisp it up. The tuna mix can sit at room temp. Cut your avocado fresh and keep it cool. Eat it right away to enjoy that rice crunch.
This dish happened when I was just throwing together stuff from my cupboards, and now it's my favorite way to jazz up canned tuna. I shared it with my buddy who runs a sushi place and he actually wanted the recipe!
Pin it
Want me to tell you about different ways to make it and how to store leftovers?
Frequently Asked Questions
- → What goes into bang bang sauce?
- Bang bang sauce mixes mayo with sweet chili sauce and sriracha to create a creamy blend with sweet heat.
- → Can I swap out sushi rice?
- You can use any short-grain rice though sushi rice works best for stickiness.
- → What's in furikake seasoning?
- Furikake is a tasty Japanese mix usually containing dried seaweed, sesame seeds and fish flakes.
- → Can I prep this before eating?
- You can make all parts ahead but it's best to put everything together right before you eat.
- → Can I change up the toppings?
- Absolutely! Try adding cucumber slices, shredded carrots or some pickled veggies.